Breastfeeding FAQs
Q&A Why’s There Blood In My Breast Milk?
Ever noticed a pinkish tinge to your expressed breast milk – or spotted blood in bub’s spit-up after a feed? Turns out, finding blood in […]
How Much Milk Should a Newborn Eat?
Last Updated: March 2026 (Originally published February, 2022) You might find yourself staring at the bottle, the clock, or your newborn’s mouth, trying to piece […]
Q&A: Can I Get A Tattoo While Breastfeeding?
Motherhood is a rite of passage, so it’s little wonder that getting a tattoo after becoming a mum has become a popular way to mark […]
Q&A: Should I Take My Own Breast Pump to Hospital?
Lots of mums invest in a breast pump before baby is born. But is it something that needs to go into the hospital bag? Will […]
Q&A: When Do I Stop Burping My Baby?
At the beginning of their lives when babies are learning how to feed, they gulp, guzzle and slurp regardless of whether they are breastfed or […]
Q&A: Can I Take Panadol If I’m Breastfeeding?
A pesky headache, sore neck, or fever usually has us reaching for the paracetamol, but is it safe to pop a Panadol while breastfeeding? Breastfeeding […]
Q&A: Should I Stop Eating Garlic If I’m Breastfeeding?
Keen on chowing down on a garlic-laden dish, but worried it may affect baby through your breastmilk? You’re not alone, lots of breastfeeding mums assume […]
Q&A: What Are The Chances Of Getting Pregnant While Breastfeeding?
The benefits of breastfeeding are many, but being a sure-fire form of contraception is not one of them. While it can work as a temporary […]
Q&A: Is It Safe To Use A Second Hand Breast Pump?
There are a host of baby things you can buy secondhand – prams, clothing even cloth nappies. But should you buy a breast pump that’s […]
Q&A: Why Does My Milk Supply Change?
There’s something magical about gazing down at your baby while they’re breastfeeding, the gentle guzzling noises, those sleepy, milk-drunk eyes – bliss. But breastfeeding can also […]
Q&A: Why Your Baby Is Refusing Expressed Milk
Does your baby refuse to drink breast milk thawed from the freezer, but happily guzzles freshly-pumped liquid gold? You’re not the only one perplexed by […]